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Plan for old plaza will ‘punctuate’ Coquitlam skyline Project lauded by councillors and mayor as ‘amazing’ JANIS CLEUGH jcleugh@tricitynews.com

Rev. Alf Dumont has donated 215 books on Indigenous culture, history and issues to the Coquitlam Public Library. Dumont selected the books from his own reading over the past 40 years. The books launch the library’s collection of Indigenous works that will be divided between its two branches, on Poirier Street and at City Centre. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Burquitlam Plaza went up in 1960. Sixty-one years later, its owners are planning to renew the commercial centre by adding 2,175 more homes in six towers — and changing the landscape of the Coquitlam community. On Monday, the city’s council-in-committee got a sneak peek of the proposal by Morguard Investments, the same company that manages Coquitlam Centre mall, to update its site. Architect James Cheng spent most of the hour-long presentation highlighting the master plan, which was

later lauded by the mayor and councillors as “amazing” and “exciting.” “There’s an outstanding level of creativity that’s been put into the plan,” Mayor Richard Stewart told council, while also noting the “calibre” of the team assembled for the project. That team — made up of Cheng, as well as Morguard’s Geoff Nagle, Brian Murray of B&A Planning Group, Peter Joyce of Bunt & Associates and Jeremy McMullin of Designcorp International — told council it wants to design a pedestrian-friendly village that’s steps from the Burquitlam SkyTrain station and the YCMA, which is about a year away from completion. Though the detailed designs have yet to be ironed SEE

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‘I hope these books open doors for all people’ Donation launches library’s Indigenous book collection JANIS CLEUGH jcleugh@tricitynews.com

For nearly half a century, Alf Dumont has tried to come to terms with his identity. A person of Ojibwa or Anishinaabe descent, the Coquitlam resident also claims French, Irish and English heritage. To help him better understand his lineage as both a First Nation and a European settler, Dumont picked up books and read. And read. And read. In fact, he gathered so many publications over the years (sometimes multiple copies of the same work) that his private library overflowed. Last month, just week after the federal government declared Sept. 30 as National Day of Truth and Reconciliation to commemorate the legacy of residential schools in Canada, Dumont walked into the Coquitlam Public Library unannounced to ask if he could add to its materials. Library officials couldn’t believe his request. “We are absolutely over the moon that he reached out with this offer,” Rachel

Rev. Alf Dumont shows one of the more than 200 books on Indigenous history, culture and issues he’s donated to the Coqutilam Public Library to its executive director, Todd Gnissios. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

Burke, the library’s e-branch and collections manager, told the Tri-City News. Dumont’s donation of 215 books — the same number as the bodies found this year near a Kamloops residential school — has officially launched the library’s Indigenous book collection, which will be split between the City Centre and Poirier branches. Penned by Canadian and international authors, the fictional and non-fictional publications are told through an Indigenous

lens. They include Eddie Benton-Benai’s The Mishomis Book: The Voice of the Ojibwe; Coyote Medicine by Lewis Mehl-Madronna; and Kim Anderson’s Life Stages and Native Women: Memory, Teachings and Story Medicine. With his donation, Dumont hopes that Coquitlam residents and other library users will check them out to be “re-educated” about the impacts of residential schools and the 60’s Scoop, as well as “the intentional breakdown of

Indigenous cultural and spiritual ways of governing and leading in their communities.” For Dumont, he was in university when he started his journey of self-discovery. Later, as his quest deepened, he sat in on circles and listened to the stories told by Indigenous participants, many of whom were also on the same path of reckoning with their dual heritage. In the 1980s, as a United Church of Canada minister and leader, the Rev. Dumont was tapped by the church to

organize Indigenous ministry training. His work was conducted through two organizations that he helped to set up: the Dr. Jessie Saulteaux Resource Centre and the All Native Circle Conference. The books that Dumont donated to the Coquitlam Public Library are largely a result of that work and study, he said. Still, after he and his wife, Barb, moved to Coquitlam from Ontario a decade ago to be closer to their two sons, and after he retired, Dumont

continued to seek answers about his identity and Canada’s stained history. Last June, Dumont published a memoir titled The Other Side of the River: From Church Pew to Sweat Lodge. And, earlier this year, he and his sons received their Anishnaabe status from the federal government (both his mother and grandmother married off the reserve, thereby revoking their status as Indigenous people). An Elder at the Indigenous Services Centre at BCIT, Dumont said the books that he donated to the Coquitlam Public Library will help non-Indigenous people have a better appreciation of Canada’s colonial past, and help Indigenous people “tell their stories more honestly.” “So many things were taken away from Indigenous people,” he told the Tri-City News on Monday, adding, “I wanted these books to be available to other people, in our community, who choose to walk in a new way with our Indigenous people.” “Change comes when we re-educate ourselves and are open to new ways of walking with others,” he said. “I hope these books open doors for all people.” • For more information on local events to mark the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation today (Sept. 30), go to Page 19.

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Metro Vancouver will start to install a massive water main through Coquitlam next year. And residents and business owners along the construction route are being advised now of the infrastructure work that, in total, will last up to eight years to get into the ground. On Monday, the city’s council-in-committee heard from Bob Cheng and Vanessa Anthony about the big dig for the Coquitlam Water Main #4 — a pipe will range from 2.2 m to 3.2 m in diametre — as well as its plans to communicate with the affected neighbourhoods. The first portion of the tunnelling will begin in the fall of 2022 along Pipeline Road, on the east side of Town Centre Park, from Robson Drive to Guildford Way. That work is due to last two years, and it will be followed by a city project to widen and repave Pipeline. Construction along the north section of Pipeline — up to the watershed, where Metro Vancouver draws its drinking water from Coquitlam Lake — will start in 2024, as will the Cape Horn section, to the south. The City Centre work is due to run 2025 to 2029. Speaking to the committee via Zoom, Cheng said the regional authority is consulting with First Nations, as well as city staff and stakeholders to discuss construction

A map of the Coquitlam Water Main Project 4, which begins construction in the fall of 2022. METRO VANCOUVER

impacts and mitigation measures for the 12-km long pipe. Specifically, he said, the project involves: • Reducing Pipeline Road to a single lane between Robson Drive and El Casa Court, staged in 200 m work zones (traffic will also be detoured, and personnel will be in place) • Using the Town Centre Park gravel parking lot as a staging area, and moving the community garden boxes to a different site in the city (the greenhouse will stay) • Allowing the contractors’ construction to proceed as per the municipality’s bylaws: Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) As well, about 300 trees

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— on the east side of Percy Perry Stadium — will be pulled; however, they will be replaced with others in Town Centre Park and in other areas. In addition, Metro Vancouver recruited a community liaison this summer for public outreach on the project. Meanwhile, a virtual open house is scheduled to be held on Nov. 3, Anthony said. The new water main, which will link with Metro Vancouver’s water supply system, aims to quench the region’s future demand for drinking water. To learn more about the Coquitlam Water Main Project, call Metro Vancouver at 604-432-6200, email icentre@metrovancouver.org or visit metrovancouver.org.

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Coquitlam is recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30. This is a day to honour the survivors, families and communities who continue to live with the ongoing trauma of Canada’s residential school system.

In honouring this day, Coquitlam encourages residents to reﬂect on Canada and B.C.’s history with Indigenous Peoples, and to consider what is necessary to work towards truth and reconciliation, and move forward with steps to acknowledge, educate and remove barriers. Resources for Learning • Coquitlam Public Library – Reading List and Emotional Support Resources – coqlibrary.ca/about/values/truth-and-reconciliation • kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem) First Nation – Information, Education, Programs and Services, and Resources – kwikwetlem.com

• BC Alliance for Arts & Culture – Residential Schools & Indigenous Resilience – allianceforarts.com/-infocus/2021/6/9/residential-schools-and-indigenous-resilience • Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada – Education – nctr.ca/education • Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada – Exhibits – nctr.ca/exhibits • Orange Shirt Society – Resources and Ideas – orangeshirtday.org/resources--supplies.html

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We’re seeking feedback to help support the development of a Housing Needs Report for Coquitlam. In April 2019, the B.C. Government amended the Local Government Act to require all local governments to develop a Housing Needs Report by April 2022. When complete, the report will provide information on the City’s current and anticipated housing needs including the number and type of housing units needed in Coquitlam over the next 10 years, and will be considered when amending the Citywide Ofﬁcial Community Plan. Visit letstalkcoquitlam.ca/housingneeds to learn more, sign up for updates or complete a short survey before Oct. 15. LOOKING OUT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Adopt A Catch Basin

Coquitlam residents and businesses are invited to do their part to help protect local streams and their neighbourhood by adopting a catch basin. Coquitlam’s Adopt-a-Catch Basin program encourages the public to become stewards for catch basins – also known as storm drains – near their property. These curbside drains help prevent ﬂooding by directing rainwater into the City’s drainage system, which ﬂows directly into local creeks, streams and aquatic habitat. Visit coquitlam.ca/adoptacatchbasin for all the details and to adopt a catch basin near you. FITNESS AND FUN

Volunteer with the Light Brigade

Join the Light Brigade and help illuminate Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park this winter. Individuals, schools, organizations and businesses can sign up to participate in workshops, help with light display installations or host a night with the Park Spark Team. For more information on how to get involved, email parkspark@coquitlam.ca or go to coquitlam.ca/parkspark.

Aquatic Partnership Programs Available at CCAC Coquitlam Recreation

City Centre Aquatic Complex has partnered with the Hyack Swim Club to offer an introduction to competitive swimming, and the BC Aquasonics to offer an introduction to Synchronized Swimming. These partner programs offer a fun and exciting aquatic experience and will be taught by each respective clubs’ coaches. The Hyack Swim Club’s Introduction to Competitive Swimming is available for children ages 6 to 9. There are three levels available with programs running in the evenings once a week from Monday to Thursday. Children can progress at their own pace and focus on individual accomplishments. The BC Aquasonics’ Introduction to Synchronized Swimming is open to anyone ages 5 to 16 and runs Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov. 16 to Dec. 16 from 7 – 7:45 p.m. To learn more about these aquatic opportunities, please visit coquitlam.ca/registration and search Skill Development in the Swimming section.

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2,175 more homes, six towers for Burquitlam site CONTINUED FROM PAGE FRONT PAGE

out, the plan for 552 Clarke Rd. calls for: • on the north side: three market rental towers with 980 units plus 33,641 sq. ft. of retail space and about one acre for an urban courtyard • on the south side: three strata or rental high-rises with 1,195 units plus 50,985 sq. ft. of retail and office space, and a 17,060 sq. ft. urban plaza About 10 per cent of the new homes will be built as three-bedroom units, a city report reads. As well, changes will also be made under the Evergreen Extension guideway as part of the project, which will roll out in two phases over the next 10 years with the north starting first. Cheng said the team based its master plan on the city’s Burquitlam-Lougheed Neighbourhood Plan that council adopted in 2017 to accommodate growth around the rapid transit line. And by razing the existing strip mall and redesigning the eight-acre property, Cheng said the team sought to create a safe, vibrant community — with a series of public gathering spaces and six high-rises that will “punctuate the skyline”

An aerial rendering of the updated Burquitlam Plaza from Clarke Road, toward the Burquitlam Station. MORGUARD

with their various building heights. To simplify its master plan, the team divided the project into seven zones for consideration: 1. Transit Commercial Plaza: The south-north section next to Clarke Street that includes the Burquitlam SkyTrain station 2. Front Street: A new road curving from Smith Avenue, through the site and up to Burquitlam station 3. Hobbis Way: A new road — named in honour

of the Coquitlam pioneers whose family farm was where Burquitlam Plaza is today — that cuts through the centre of the site 4. Green Gateway: The eastern section where Hobbis Way and Emerson Street meet 5. Residential Streets: The area where Emerson Street meets Smith Avenue 6. Courtyard: The section north of Hobbis Way and south of North Lane 7. North Lane: A new

road running at the top end, south of Safeway “We are extremely excited by the potential of this site,” Cheng told the committee. Asked about the four levels of parking underneath, Nagle said any surplus parking space could be opened up for public or other amenity uses, as there won’t be any on-street parking. Coun. Brent Asmundson also pressed the team to include childcare provisions for 5,000-plus residents. “It’s

going to be a definite need in that area,” he said during the early review. Meanwhile, Coun. Chris Wilson urged the planning group to implement energy-efficient measures on site, as well as supply below-market rentals — a point raised with city staff. He also suggested the team look at co-housing — or dormlike units — to house the students enrolled at nearby Simon Fraser University on Burnaby Mountain.

“I applaud the vision,” Coun. Steve Kim told the planning team. “It’s truly inspiring.” Morguard, which submitted its development application to the city last November, intends to buy parcels from the city at 550 and 566 Emerson St. to consolidate with its development. It’s estimated the plan will generate 310 new jobs plus $80 million to the city in development charges, density bonus payments, community amenity contributions and land sales. Morguard’s master plan comes as a number of Burquitlam projects are now moving forward including the ‘Y’, Concert Properties’ Burquitlam Park rental and strata buildings, and Marcon’s 38-storey tower on the northwest corner of Como Lake Avenue and Clarke Road, along with its six-storey rental building on Dogwood Street and Smith Avenue — located behind the YMCA. It also comes as the city plans to densify the nearby Oakdale neighbourhood, of which a revised transportation network was approved by council on Monday after a public hearing.

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Two charities get big tax breaks 10 churches and 18 non-profits also don't pay city taxes due to exemption DIANE STRANDBERG dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

Thousands of dollars in tax breaks will be given to two charities that do good work in Port Coquitlam, city councillors agree. The municipal tax breaks worth $70,000 will be given to Atira Women's Resource Society, which provides transitional housing and support

services for women affected by violence and abuse, and PLEA Community Services Society of British Columbia, which supports vulnerable families. The arrangement — which still requires final approval from council — comes as Atira is in the midst of constructing a 72-unit social housing apartment, 11 townhouses, a daycare and a healthcare office at 2117 Prairie Ave. Atira will save $58,000 on next year’s municipal taxes with the exemption, while PLEA, which recently purchased properties on Kingsway Avenue for its

services, will save more than $11,000 based on this year’s tax rolls. Both are registered charities and meet PoCo’s requirement that their services be available to 75 per cent or more of Port Coquitlam residents. “I’m full on in support of lifting people up in the community, especially those that need a hand up,” said Coun. Nancy McCurrach in support of the tax breaks. Councillors at last Tuesday's (Sept. 21) in-committee meeting gave unanimous approval to the plan. Port Coquitlam has discretion under the

Community Charter to provide tax exemptions for properties such as schools, public hospitals and churches, as well as charitable and philanthropic or other not-for-profit groups. Those agencies granted the exemption don’t have to pay municipal taxes, school taxes or Metro Vancouver, TransLink, BC Assessment, and Municipal Finance Authority taxes. Among those not paying city taxes are 10 churches and 18 non-profits and registered charities for a total of $554,400 in uncollected taxes, according to city figures.

Jewelry, spa treatments, gardening gift cards, date-night meals and Whistler adventures. More than $20,000 in prizes are up for grabs in the fifth annual online auction hosted by the Amanda Todd Legacy Society, a Port Coquitlam-based charity that’s named in memory of a CABE student. Officially opening on Friday (Oct. 1) and sponsored in part by the Tri-City News, the virtual auction will run two weeks, until Oct. 14, in the hopes of bringing in at least $10,000 from the 268 items on the block. “It’s just amazing that we have had so much support from the businesses, organizations and

individuals from afar,” Todd’s mother, Carol, told the Tri-City News on Monday. Carol Todd said several donors are new to this year’s campaign, having been touched by her daughter’s story — nine years after her death. Amanda Todd’s struggles with cyberbullying and mental health continue to resonate today, Carol Todd said, adding that's been especially true during the COVID19 pandemic lockdown when most people gravitated to their computers and mobile devices to reach out. “We know that her story is still relevant,” Carol Todd said, adding, “I speak with parents and grandparents all the time who just don’t know what their kids are doing online and how to control it.” Visit amandatoddlegacy.org (click on Legacy Auction) to see the prizes available.

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If you’re told to wear red, it can be for only one reason — an event is happening for Port Moody’s beloved environment and heritage activist Mary Anne Cooper. Cooper is known for wearing red and the bright, warm colour is often the theme of parties in her honour — such as Cooper’s 106th birthday last year. Now, as her 107th birthday is approaching at the end of October, another special milestone honouring the long-time resident is set to take place. In fact, many of Port Moody’s most active citizens are already planning for the first public screening of Spirit of Port Moody, a longawaited documentary about Cooper and the history of the waterfront town. It’s scheduled to be screened on Oct. 2 during celebrations marking Ioco Ghost Town Days. Several public screenings

Mary Anne Cooper’s favourite colour is red. A new film celebrating her life and impact on Port Moody is premiering on Oct. 2, in time for her 107th birthday. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS FILE PHOTO

are planned, and director Eva Wunderman hopes viewers will leave the Inlet Theatre at Port Moody City Hall with more insights into

the city, Cooper and how to live your best life even as you age. “It’s not a lecture but I hope a lot of things come

through because it’s about Mary Anne’s passions.” The film will touch on Cooper’s interest in preserving the Ioco townsite and the

environment, with scenes shot in a boat on Port Moody Inlet and at Mossom Creek, where a hatchery was built to educate students about salmon. Assisting Wunderman in the filming was cinematographer Todd Craddock, editor Shirley Anne Claydon and producer Ruth Foster. As many as 100 hours of 4K video were shot and edited for this hour-long movie while John Korsrud, a Canadian composer, produced the score. There are some special moments, as when Cooper talks to elementary children about school, and a baking session — Cooper loves to bake — as well as community members helping with Cooper’s garden. Much of the filming was done during COVID-19 and safety precautions had to be taken, but Wunderman said Cooper’s love for her community, and her fellow citizens’ mutual regard, is very much in evidence in the final edit of Spirit of Port Moody. In fact, there was so much involvement by Port Moody residents in the making of this film that Wunderman hopes it won’t disappoint. “Usually I have to answer to the broadcasters.

Now I have to answer the whole community,” said Wunderman. “It makes a difference. I don’t know, I might have to go out the back door after the screening,” she joked. Among the important themes in the film is the how to stay healthy while aging, and Wunderman said she learned that having a “project” is key and that age is just a number, not a lifestyle. “She’s 106, but she’s still planning for the future,” Wunderman said. The screening is taking place during Ioco Ghost Town Days (Oct. 2 to 3) organized by the Port Moody Heritage Society. Beside screenings of the film, Ioco Ghost Town Days will include walking tours, a community festival at Ioco Road and 1st Avenue, an Amazing Race through history, logging demonstrations, magic shows and music. Both the movie screening and Ioco Ghost Town days events are free. For more information about the celebrations or to obtain a free ticket for the documentary, you’re encouraged to visit the Port Moody Station Museum’s website, portmoodymuseum.org.

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ust as the last two B.C. elections showed, the federal election revealed the deepening divide between urban and rural Canada. This growing divide spells bad news for centre-right political parties that struggle to connect with younger and more diverse voters whose issues are largely tied to the affordability challenge that comes from living in urban and suburban areas. Any electoral map shows why: there are more ridings in metro areas than there in the outlying regions. B.C. has 42 federal ridings and 28 of them are in Metro Vancouver and the Capital Region, with three more right on the edges. In last week’s election, the Conservative Party won just two of the urban ridings and three more that

are on the outer edge of Metro Vancouver and extend well into the Interior. The Conservatives lost two seats in Richmond, one in the Tri-Cities and one in Surrey-Langley. They also saw their vote drop in a number of other urban seats (something that can be partly attributed to the low voter turnout). The party’s elected representation has been pushed to the edge of Metro Vancouver in places like Abbotsford, Mission, Maple Ridge, Chilliwack and White Rock. All other ridings are in the Interior and the North. The Liberals won all 25 ridings in Greater Toronto, nine out of 10 in Ottawa, 22 of 24 Montreal ridings and all the ridings in Halifax. On Vancouver Island, which used to occasion-

ally elect Conservative or Reform Party MPs, the NDP won all but one of the seven ridings. The Liberals even won seats in Calgary and Edmonton, and the Conservative share of the popular vote in Alberta dropped by more than 10 percentage points. All this spells bad news for the Conservatives and presents a monumental challenge for party leader Erin O’Toole, or his potential replacement. Voters in urban and suburban areas care about issues such as child care, transit, housing and other ones tied to affordability. They support laws that restrict guns and have higher vaccination rates against COVID-19 than voters in rural areas. O’Toole’s campaign stumbled on those two

issues — the gun registry and mandatory vaccinations — near the end of the campaign and they may well have cost his party ridings. The Conservatives now have to pick a lane and stay in it. Do they veer even more right to appease their supporters on that side of the political spectrum? That would pretty well guarantee a shutout in the riding-rich cities. Alternatively, do they move toward the political centre (where O’Toole appeared to be headed at times) to woo urban and suburban voters? The urban-rural divide is real, it is deepening and is bad news for one side of the political spectrum in particular. Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC.

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In a pandemic, election ‘a huge shot of normal’ The Editor: The press needs to stop saying this election changed nothing. Because for me, this election changed everything. For 18 months, I have rarely left my home except to grocery shop or visit my parents, both of whom live in seniors’ homes. When the election was called I was asked to volunteer as I have before. I said ‘no,’ but they kept asking until I reluctantly said ‘yes.’ I had been inside my own bubble for so long it was hard to leave it... really

hard. I did not know if I could do it. I wondered too if anyone would answer the door if we knocked. They did. I wondered if we would get many volunteers. We got so many. I ate food brought in by volunteers and was so happy not to eat my own cooking after a year and a half. Syrian food is amazing! I scrutineered at Citadel Middle School and met more dedicated poll workers and volunteers from all political parties. Volunteers and voters —

millions of them, all across this country — came out of their bubbles. They stood in lines with strangers, interacted with one another and showed a much more positive sign of Canada than just those shouting at hospital workers. I learned something I should not have forgotten: Canada is resilient. This election was a huge shot of normal when there has been so little of that. If this was the “same old, same old,” I will take it. It was lovely. Gale Fugere Port Coquitlam

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Canada has created a new federal statutory holiday on Sept. 30 called The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is but one of 94 recommendations made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada in their final report submitted to the federal government six years ago in December 2015. But what is the significance of this holiday beyond being a day off from work? As leaders of kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation, we hope that you take this day to pause, to reflect and to learn about the true history of Canada’s Indigenous Peoples. This history includes learning about the devasting legacy of Canada’s residential school system, which took some 150,000 First Nations, Metis and Inuit children away from their parents and homes from the 1800’s up until the last

edgement really goes a long way with First Nations as it acknowledges that we are the First Peoples and that we have never ceded nor surrendered our rights and titles to our ancestral and traditional territories. You may not know that the cities of Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam take their colonial name from kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation who,

ment in which we wear an Orange Shirt to symbolize that Every Child Matters and to remember the harmful impact of Canada’s residential school system. There is much that you can do on this day, and indeed every day of the year. You can recognize the indigenous territories where you live and work or gather for events. A land acknowl-

it in your schools, and share the teachings with your family and friends. It is our hope that this day becomes the beginning of a renewed relationship with First Nations, such as ours. One in which you will walk beside us — as equal partners — in our journey of healing, reconciliation and rebuilding our nation for generations to come.

as the First Peoples, have lived here for from time immemorial. We hope that we will show each other mutual respect and inclusivity so that we can eliminate racism and discrimination against Indigenous People. We hope that you will learn about the diverse culture, and the language of the First Nation in your community, and teach

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Tri-City residents searching for a unique educational opportunity to learn more about indigenous peoples’ experiences on Truth and Reconciliation Day (Sept. 30) are encouraged to make their way to Port Coquitlam. That’s where the Ballantyne Project in partnership with Riverside Community Church will be hosting a massive cultural and educational event for adults and youth, including high school students who get the day off from school and can get credit toward graduation for attending and making an art project. The free event grew out of a speaking engagement with Dwight Ballantyne, who grew up in northern Saskatchewan and now speaks about his experience to B.C. youth. Riverside associate pastor Mandela Nsenga said Ballantyne so impressed his youth group, a partnership

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was developed to create awareness for the broader public. Nsenga, who said his “heart was broken” over revelations about children’s remains identified by ground penetrating radar near the former Kamloops residential

school, said churches should be a place of freedom, love and acceptance. “We were already aware of the history that there was a lot of ongoing issues with Indigenous people in our country. We said absolutely we would offer this space for

a day of truth and reconciliation and learning.” The event will engage all the senses as well as shed new light on residential schools and their impact on Indigenous people, said Ballantyne, who told the Tri-City News he hopes

non-Indigenous people will welcome the opportunity to participate in a truth and reconciliation event. “We want to spread awareness and educate non-Indigenous people who want to know more about residential schools,” Ballantyne said. Ballantyne will be one of the keynote speakers at the event, which will also feature different types of bannock, Indigenous art and an ongoing medicine bag workshop that people can join throughout the evening. Other speakers include: • Dr. Jennifer Mervyn, a Métis, who was recently acknowledged by the Canadian Association of Mental Health as one of the 150 Canadians making a difference in mental health. She is currently working for Tsawwassen First Nation doing clinical and consultative work. • Toni B’yaulings, a non-Indigenous university student who decided to take on a personal journey in an effort to build and strengthen relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people by cycling over 3,000 km during the month of August 2021 to visit the site of every

official residential school in Saskatchewan. He raised over $10,000 for the Orange Shirt Society. Here’s the agenda for the event that runs from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30 at Riverside Community Church (2329 Fremont Connector): • 3:45 p.m. Doors will open for up to 450 guests, which is how many can be accommodated in the large church, and proof of vaccination will be required for people over 12 years old. Masks will be required and social distancing will be practiced • 4:30 p.m. A welcoming ceremony will be performed by Deanna Miller from Katzie First Nation • 6:30 p.m. Doors to the theatre open for special guest speakers. Due to the content of the presentations this segment of the event is recommended for ages 11 and older High school students who attend and then submit a work of art by email to The Ballantyne Project sharing what they experienced and/ or learned can get a certificate from The Ballantyne Project for six hours of community volunteer hours toward graduation.

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TRICITYNEWS.COM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

TRI-CITY WEEKEND

Don’t miss these weekend events & activities!

Find more events online: tricitynews.com/local-events

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2 REC CENTRE 2.0

GHOST TOWN

The Tri-City News is a sponsor for the Rotary Club of Port Moody’s shred-a-thon, which takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Port Moody city hall (100 Newport Dr.). Bring your unwanted and confidential documents to the fundraiser for disposal by Best Shredding; don’t bring plastics, photos, CDs or metal. The shredding is by donation. Social distancing protocols apply.

Port Coquitlam will mark the opening of the next phase of its new downtown community centre with a public bash from 12:30 to 6 p.m. The party in the 205,000-sq. ft. building will include live music from Daniel Wesley, Rick Scott and Nico Rhodes, Shylo Sharity and Krystle Dos Santos; activities; and free skating, swimming and fitness classes. Food trucks and local breweries will serve also guests and prizes will be handed out. Social distancing protocols apply.

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The Port Moody Heritage Society hosts its annual Ioco Ghost Town Day Festival this weekend, with guided walking tours today (free tickets via Eventbrite) for 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; meet at Ioco Road and 1st Avenue in Port Moody, at the historical Ioco site. As well, there will be a screening of the documentary The Spirit of Port Moody, at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., Port Moody) with showings at 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. And on Sunday, visitors can enjoy the entertainment and activities at Ioco from noon to 4 p.m. The events are free. MORE: portmoodymuseum.org

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3 READY FOR THANKSGIVING?

TEACHERS, TURBANS

If you’re in charge of the Thanksgiving meal next weekend, head over to the Coquitlam Farmers Market to pick up from locally grown vegetables and homemade pies. Open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the market is located in the parking lot of the Poirier library branch (575 Poirier St., Coquitlam). Social distancing protocols apply.

Spend part of the afternoon touring the galleries at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave.), which has three shows up until Oct. 20: Creative Connections (SD43 teachers); DooChi (Clay For You), of which an untitled vase from the exhibit, by Kihoon Yoo, is pictured at right; and Sovereign Elevations (Kiranjot Kaur). The facility is open on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to make an appointment to view the displays. Social distancing protocols apply.

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MORE: Call 604-664-1636 (ext. 0) or visit placedesarts.ca

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The Amanda Todd Legacy Society will be holding its 5th Annual Online Auction to coincide with World Mental Health Day on October 10th, 2021 and the 9th anniversary of Amanda’s death.

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Mental health supports are needed more than ever as we continue to deal with the repercussions of COVID-19. This pandemic has increased social isolation which has had an impact on our overall mental health. Being now able to visit with family and friends is a journey to recovery.

Through donations and contributions by generous supporters to the legacy, we are able to continue to help those that need it the most. Amanda’s Legacy supports community initiatives related to children, youth and families in the Tri-Cities and beyond. Auction items up for bidding this year include beautiful pieces of artwork, dining experiences and as well, activities that promote positive physical and emotional health. We hope there will be something of interest to everyone. We thank you for your continued support of Amanda’s Legacy and hope you have fun bidding.

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BEAR AWARE

Winter’s approach prompts bear reminder More than 143 bruin encounters in September KYLE BALZER kbalzer@tricitynews.com

Intentionally or not, providing wildlife with food is illegal under B.C. provincial law. That’s a reminder Coquitlam environment manager Caresse Selk is hoping residents can grasp very soon as the fall season marks the beginning of hibernation preparation for bears in the Tri-City region. As the creatures are fattening up for winter, Selk explains they’ll be looking to take advantage of any food sources before the snow falls. “This increase in feeding activity is called hyperphagia and helps bears survive without food for months while in their den,” Selk explains in a news release. “Guided by massive appetites and a keen sense of smell, bears find unsecured garbage carts, dumpsters and other food sources near homes and businesses to be an irresistible draw.” If food is left out on a property for wildlife to potentially consume, it could result in a fine upward of

$500 through the city’s solid waste management and wildlife and vector control bylaws. Numbers provided to the Tri-City News show 58 of said bylaw fines have been issued to property owners among nearly 650 warnings. In 2020, the city says 72 tickets and 1,039 warnings were handed out related to feeding bears or other wildlife. Selk adds bears can pose a risk to public safety if they become accustomed to finding food in local neighbourhoods and could be destroyed by the Conservation Officer Service if conflicts arise. “While bears are often just passing through an area and typically move on if they do not find food, they will return to the source of an easy meal again and again. Coquitlam residents and businesses can keep bears away from their property by making sure all attractants — including garbage, food scraps, pet food, fallen fruit, bird feeders and dirty barbecues — are out of reach of wildlife.”

SEPT. ENCOUNTERS

As of Sept. 24, WildSafeBC has recorded 143 known bear sightings or encounters in Coquitlam throughout September thus far, includ-

ing 55 involving garbage attractants. This is according to its Wildlife Alert Reporting Program. The organization also encourages residents to consider the following tips around bears: • Keep your garbage in or secured until the day of collection. Garbage is the

number one attractant cited in reports to the provincial hotline Manage your fruit trees • Don’t let windfalls accumulate, and pick fruit as it ripens If you don’t want the fruit, consider... • Accessing a fruit gleaning group in your community

• Washing the blossoms off in the spring so the fruit doesn’t set • Replacing the tree with a non-fruit bearing variety • Don’t put out bird feeders when bears are active. A kilo of bird seed has approximately 8,000 calories and is a great reward for a hungry bear. • Keep your compost

working properly with lots of brown materials and a regular schedule of turning If you have livestock or backyard chickens use a properly installed and maintained electric fence to keep bears and livestock apart Tips from the City of Coquitlam on being bear smart can be found on its website.

Fall Garden Fair Join the City of Coquitlam Park Spark team for a variety of free family-friendly fall activities at the Inspiration Garden dedicated to growing, supporting and connecting gardeners in the community. Drop by on Oct. 27 from 3 – 7 p.m. and bee inspired! • Enjoy a selﬁe on a fall-themed tractor • Create a garden-themed button

• Paint a pollinator ﬂag and learn about the beneﬁts of our local pollinators • Seed giveaways • Come dressed in costume and receive a prize. This activity runs rain or shine! For more information email parksparak@coquitlam.ca or go to coquitlam.ca/parkspark.

Park Spark YOUth Volunteers Attention all YOUth! Looking to gain volunteer experience or complete volunteer hours? The City of Coquitlam Park Spark team strives to inspire and motivate youth to engage with their community through a variety of fun and unique volunteer opportunities. For more information on how get involved with the Park Spark team, please contact parkspark@coquitlam.ca.

Light Brigade Workshops

Observing a bathing bear from afar is fine, but getting bears habituated to human food poses a risk to people and the bears. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Join the Park Spark Light Brigade team and get involved in Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor light display, Lights at Lafarge!

it’s an opportunity for the community to be a part of the Lights at Lafarge by participating in our Light Brigade workshops:

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• Fabricate lit elements to go in the lights display

| coquitlam.ca/parkspark

• Make pop bottle tulips • Try your hand at folding an origami crane For more information about this opportunity or to ﬁnd out how to get involved go to coquitlam.ca/parkspark.

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#SupportLocal Shopping local means supporting our local neighbours and their businesses. It’s about showing appreciation to local businesses for making our community unique. John B Pub & Specialty Liquor Store

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Not Just Your Favourite Food Spot

If you are starting to understand why pets try to run out of the house when the front door opens, it’s probably time for you to get out as well. Make a break for the newly renovated John B where their team is ready to safely serve you all the John B classics & much more.

With most family members working or studying from home, cooking three meals a day has probably been taxing your culinary creativity. No worries. It’s so easy to arrange curbside pickup of a wide array of delicious, nutritious meals and binge-worthy desserts. If even thinking about what to cook is too much, relax. The easy-to-navigate website offers lots of meal planning and last-minute ideas that are perfect for any occasion.

Enjoy one of their new bowls, salads, or handhelds on one of the most beautiful patios or classiest rooms in the Tri-Cities. With 86 taps, 465 different spirits, a fantastic take-out menu & unique upscale food; they truly have something for everyone including you. Tried & true for 43 years.

Pub: 604-931-5115 Liquor Store: 604-931-2337 1000 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam www.johnbpub.com

DBM Law

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Best Gourmet Sandwiches in Town

In 2016, DBM reached a milestone of 40 years practicing law in the Tri-Cities area. We are very proud of our long history in this community, and we thank our many clients—our neighbours and our friends—who have supported us throughout these past four decades and on into the future.

The concept was founded on the belief that customers want a premium quality sandwich made with fresh ingredients. We slice our meat and cheese in house. We also make all of our own sauces and offer a variety of unique sides such as mac and cheese, salads, pickles and soup.

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SAS Comfort Shoes

Austin Station

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Your Neighborhood Shopping Destination

San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS) handcrafted shoes made in North America, known for being made with the highest quality materials and designed with comfort and style in mind, offers the biggest selection of sizes for Women 4-12 and Men 6-16 and widths Slim (AAA) thru WWW (EEEE). Old fashioned customer service is our cornerstone with experienced shoe fitters in-store. Free shipping is now available through www. MySASshoes.ca.

604-945-6634 #240 - 3025 Lougheed Hwy., Sunwood Square, Coquitlam www.mmfoodmarket.com

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Anchored by Save-On-Foods, this neighborhood shopping centre offers great retail space.

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Located just off of Lougheed Highway, this convenient location offers lots of foot traffic and high exposure retail. Austin Station is occupied by many well-established retailers, such as SaveOn-Foods, Starbucks, and a liquor store.

604-558-4727 2662 Austin Ave, Coquitlam www.austinstation.ca

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 TRICITYNEWS.COM

SCHOOL DISTRICT 43

LOCATED IN

Contest fuels space dreams Winner will be selected Dec. 16 DIANE STRANDBERG dstrandberg@tricitynews.com

If your kid seems unusually interested in space flight and is daydreaming about being an astronaut on one of Elon Musk’s space crafts, it’s probably homework. School District 43 (SD43) has announced that TriCity-area schools will be participating in a months’ long competition to come up with micro-gravity science experiments that could, if selected, be conducted by real astronauts in space. SD43 is the only Canadian school district selected to take part in the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP) run by the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education (NCESSE). SD43 students first sent

an experiment to space in spring, 2017 as part of Mission 11. In that flight, Riverside Secondary School students Alexa Durand and Brenda Shen saw their experiment for studying the curing rate of concrete in a weightless environment tested by astronauts on the International Space Station. Over the coming months, students from grades 5 to 12 will work in teams to create and submit their proposals. The winning proposal will be selected on Dec. 16. The experiment will be part of the SSEP Mission 16 payload to the ISS and is currently planned to launch on a SpaceX rocket from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida, adjoining the Kennedy Space Center, late spring 2022. SpaceX is owned by technology entrepreneur Elon Musk. On Saturday, Sept. 18, four citizen astronauts travelling on Musk’s SpaceX

Inspiration4 safely splashed down in the Atlantic off Florida’s coast, after completing a three-day flight of the first all-civilian crew ever sent into Earth orbit. Still, while SD43 students’ space dreams may be a bit far off, space travel is not out of the question. Meanwhile, funding has been provided by the SD43 Education Foundation as well as supporting organizations including Simon Fraser University and Magellan Aerospace (a Canadian national partner on SSEP). “Integrating STEAM curriculum in the classroom is a focus in SD43 as identified in our guiding document, Directions 2025,” stated board chair Kerri Palmer Isaak. “I am excited SD43 students will be able to participate in this incredible oncein-a-lifetime opportunity to create an applied science experiment that will actually be carried out in space.”

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COQUITLAM CENTRE

Lower Level across from Accents@Home

Coquitlam Centre Dental is a full service dental clinic. All of your dental needs are performed in our clinic by a team of highly skilled dentists.

GENERAL DENTISTS • Dr. Paul Chedraoul • Dr. Dana Behan • Dr. Lina Ng • Dr. Angela Lai IV Sedation

• Dr. Pouran Rostamian Periodontics (Gum Treatment) • Dr. Peyman Safari-Pour Root Canals • Dr. Ian Matthew Oral Surgery and I.V. Sedation

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Coquitlam Fireﬁghters’ 8th Annual

NIGHT ON FIRE PRESENTED BY TICKETS & INFO:

coquitlamfirefighterscharity.com In Partnership with Port Coquitlam Firefighters Charitable Society

OCTOBER 23RD, 2021

ONLINE & AT YOUR HOUSE

WHAT TO EXPECT: Party Box for Home Exciting Daytime Kick-off Event Online Auction And more!

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Club of Port Moody

October 2, 2021

9am - 1pm Port Moody City Hall

Life’s about having a good point of view! Belvedere Care Centre is a residential facility that offers a variety of specialized care options including dementia services and programs in a caring setting. Experience the peace of mind of having physician & professional nursing services 24/7. Providing innovative responses to the care needs of seniors and consistently focusing on their well-being is our goal.

604.939.1930 Located 5 minutes from Lougheed Town Centre & only 30 minutes from Vancouver

739 Alderson Avenue, Coquitlam for more details visit our website:

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Bring your documents and paperwork for secure, onsite shredding by the bonded professionals at BEST Shredding. No plastic, photos, CDs or metal please.

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VA C C I N E PA S S P O RT

QR code card required Grace period for proof of COVID-19 vaccination has now passed KYLE BALZER kbalzer@tricitynews.com

Tri-City residents are now required to show a downloaded or paper copy of their B.C. Vaccine Card to gain entry into what are called “discretionary” places. The two-week grace period for those eligible — aged 12 and older — to show the paper immunization card they received when getting a dose(s) against COVID-19 to access “non-essential” events and businesses ended on Monday (Sept. 27) and is no longer permitted. The program came into effect in B.C. on Sept. 13, requiring people to show proof they had received at least

one jab to enter restaurants with liquor and/or table service, indoor concerts, gyms, movie theatres, indoor ticketed sporting events and other settings deemed “non-essential.” In a QR code format, the digital vaccine card can be downloaded to a mobile device or it can be printed out for a hard copy. “More than 3.1 million British Columbians have already received their BC Vaccine Card, allowing them to attend events and indoor recreational settings more safely,” said Health Minister Adrian Dix in a statement on Sept. 25. “The smartest, safest, and soundest decision right now for everyone eligible is to get vaccinated. We encourage all British Columbians to get their shot and download their BC Vaccine Card today.” Beginning Oct. 24, people will be required to have both

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doses of the vaccine to enter “discretionary” places. The province says businesses can scan people’s vaccine card QR code using the BC Vaccine Card Verifier App from the Google Play and Apple App stores, or they can “visually verify the person’s proof of vaccination.”

VACCINE UPDATE

As of Sept. 22, the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is reporting a combined double-vaccination average of 83.2 per cent for the Tri-Cities, which is tied for the third-highest rate in all of Fraser Health. There’s an 88.8 per cent average rate for one dose of a vaccine against COVID-19. The Tri-Cities also boasts the second-highest double-vaccination rate among 12- to 17-year-olds across Fraser Health at 77 per cent. — With files from Nicholas Johansen, Castanet

NATIONAL DAY for TRUTH and RECONCILIATION September 30, 2021 BC Nurses’ Union is committed to decolonizing health care and ensuring cultural safety for all Indigenous peoples – towards a genuine and just process of truth and reconciliation. #EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliationDay

City of Coquitlam

LAND SALE – BURKE MOUNTAIN TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT SITE NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL CITY OF COQUITLAM LAND: RFO 21-066 Sale of a Townhouse Development Site at 1292 Rosenburg Way Coquitlam, BC The City of Coquitlam (the “City”) is now soliciting offers for the purchase of a townhouse development site with the intent that construction of townhomes starts as soon as possible. The site is located in the Partington Creek Neighbourhood on Burke Mountain and within a ve-minute walk to the future Burke Mountain Village.

Parties interested in submitting an offer in response to RFO 21-066, must follow instructions detailed within the RFO documents. Offer and deposit must be received by the City of Coquitlam no later than 2 p.m. PST, Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

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You can access and download a copy of RFO No. 21-066 detailing the process for submitting an offer, along with additional detailed lot information at: coquitlam.ca/bids.

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All inquiries are to be directed in writing by email only, quoting “RFO 21-066 Sale of a Townhouse Site at 1292 Rosenburg Way Coquitlam, BC” to: landsales@coquitlam.ca The documentation package for this RFO is available from the City’s website link at: coquitlam.ca/bids (the “RFO Package”).

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LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot A Section 7 Township 40 New Westminster District Plan EPP111529 LOT SIZE: 1.81 Hectares (+/- 4.47 Acres)

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TRICITYNEWS.COM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

PORT MOODY

LocalPROS

Project to enliven Murray Street MARIO BARTEL mbartel@tricitynews.com

A new mixed-use condo project in Port Moody will help bring light and life to an otherwise dark part of Murray Street. Last Tuesday (Sept. 21), council passed third reading of zoning bylaw amendments to allow the 215-unit development across from Inlet Park to proceed. But councillors want Vancouver-based developer Mosaic Homes to continue working with staff to find ways to boost the number of adaptable units to at least 50 per cent of the total. Coun. Diana Dilworth said the project, which includes 55 rental apartments along with 13,000 sq. ft. of light industrial space and 15,507 sq. ft. of commercial space, represents “an evolution of Murray Street,” set to improve its walkability and animate the stretch between the Klahanie neighbourhood and new housing complexes just to the east, and Brewers Row and Rocky Point Park to the west. Dilworth also praised the developer’s plan to designate 32 of the residential units as Type B housing that allows owners to operate an approved business in their dwelling that could employ up to two additional people. She called it an “innovative approach to working in post-pandemic environments.” But Coun. Hunter Madsen said the possibility of up to 96 additional jobs being created at the complex, along with those that would come with the low-impact manufacturing, creative, food manufacturing and wholesaling businesses expected

to occupy the commercial and light-industrial units still doesn’t go far enough to address Port Moody’s employment needs. “This is a neighbourhood that has long been designated one of the city’s key job zones,” Madsen said, adding the developer’s commitment to rent 16 of the rental apartments at below-market rates is also inadequate. Coun. Meghan Lahti, however, lauded Mosaic’s efforts to improve on its initial proposal that included only five below-market rental apartments and fewer employment spaces. “There are some issues with it, but it is the right thing to do to go ahead with it at this point,” she said, adding the project could become a vibrant home for artists, microbreweries and crafts people. At a public hearing that preceded the meeting, councillors heard several comments supporting the project. “It’s kind of a dark spot in Port Moody and a project like this will bring light to the area,” said one resident. “This kind of development would give a much needed boost to businesses on Murray Street,” said another. Adrian Herbert, Mosaic’s vice-president of land and development, told council the project had evolved considerably based upon recommendations councillors gave last April, including a redesign of the parkade and podium to create taller spaces to allow commercial and industrial tenants to integrate an office loft space, as well as adding skylights to allow more light into 20 one bedroom plus den units on the top floor.

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Plumbing

EXPERT

How to encourage an elderly person to bathe or shower?

What do I do about clogged drains?

You can spot clogged drains when you see water backing up as you empty a sink or take a shower. For a toilet, the signs are often more immediate. Clearing the blockage typically restores your drains or toilet back to normal with a little DIY work or a visit from a plumber. Some Causes: Slow or clogged drains occur when something blocks the drain partially or completely. In sinks and showers, hair is often the culprit, but other items may enter the drain and block the pipe. In toilets, the problem often comes when something other than dissolvable waste enters the toilet and gets flushed. Those solid items cannot move through the pipe, so they stay put, making it difficult or impossible for water to flow past the blockage and down the pipes. How to Fix Clogs: Start with a plunger to help remove the clog. A plunger works on both toilets and on drains. The simple plumbing tool can help loosen clogs. Chemical drain cleaners offer an option if you can’t remove the blockage with a plunger. Home improvement stores sell plumbing snakes that can dislodge blockages and get the water flowing again. How to Avoid Clogs: Prevent toilet clogs by only flushing dissolvable waste products down the toilet. Watch kids so they don’t flush toys or other large items down the toilet. If something falls into the toilet, get it out instead of trying to flush it. In showers, use a hair catcher over the drain so loose strands don’t collect inside the drain pipe. Try to keep loose strands of hair out of sinks to prevent clogging. When to Call a Plumber: Call a plumber when you get repeated clogs in the same drain. Using caustic drain cleaners can damage pipes over time with regular use. A plumber may be able to fix the problem to prevent future clogs without damage to the pipe. If you need a professional, Tri-City Plumbing & Heating is fully licensed, insured and bonded.

Broaching the subject of bad bathing habits is a sensitive matter. Fears about falling in the bath or seeming incapable of self-care can motivate a contrary reaction.

Ask the person’s doctor to emphasize regular bathing. A doctor’s order can carry more weight than a family member’s suggestion. A doctor might also detect problems that are interfering with washing, like reduced mobility. Install bathing aids, like a handheld sprayer, bathing chair, and grab bars. At times, seniors having dementia or fear of falling require physical assistance. In such cases, hire a Home Care company that will provide an experienced caregiver to promote safe bathing and showering.

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Tri-City Plumbing

Just Like Family Home Care

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Financial

EXPERT

My old dog has started limping. Can I give him an aspirin?

Arthritis is common in older animals, including cats. If your older pet is starting to seem stiff when he gets up from bed or even has started limping it is possible that they have developed some arthritis. A veterinarian can do an exam to assess the painful joints and may recommend x-rays to look for boney changes. There are many things that can help the older pet deal with arthritis including joint support supplements, cold laser therapy, massage, and even acupuncture or chiropractic treatments. Discuss alternative treatments for your pet’s arthritis with your veterinarian. And if appropriate, some pets need extra help with an anti-inflammatory medication that is approved for use in cats and dogs. Never give human medications unless you have been specifically directed by your veterinarian, as many of them can be poisonous to our pets.

Riverwood Veterinary Clinic

I’m 60 years old now and eligible to get CPP (Canada Pension Plan). Some of my friends are telling me to take it now and others are saying to wait. How do I decide? There are a few things that you’ll want to consider when making that decision. Are you still working or do you already have taxable income? CPP payments are taxable. Personal tax rates increase with income, so if you are still working when you start taking CPP it’s possible that you’ll be taxed at a higher marginal tax rate. However, once you’ve stopped working, it’s likely you’ll be in a lower tax bracket. If that’s the case, you’ll still pay tax on CPP, but you’ll get to keep more of it. If you take CPP early, how much will it be reduced? There is a reduction of up to 36% depending on when you begin to receive early payments. But payments can increase by up to 42% if you defer starting your payments until age 70. Consider your health and family medical history when making this decision, does it make sense to receive a larger payment for a shorter period of time? Another factor that can impact the amount of payment is the time between when you stop working and when you start taking CPP. If you are not contributing into the program for a number of years before applying, your payment can be lowered. For this reason, some people who don’t need the extra income will take CPP early and invest it, but in order for that to make sense the after-tax rate of return would need to be more than the CPP reduction. Christine Conway CFP, CLU, CHS, CExP. Financial Advisor

Braun Financial Services

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Veterinary

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Shoe shopping for kids follows the same rules that we should all be following: wide enough in the toebox to accommodate splayed toes, narrow enough in the heel to prevent slippage and supportive enough that you can’t fold the shoe in half. Other things to keep in mind:

A cohabitation agreement is a legally binding contract between unmarried couples. It commonly addresses issues related to property division, spousal support, and step-parent obligations upon the breakdown of a relationship. After two years of living together in a marriage-like relationship, BC laws will treat you and your partner as spouses, meaning you two will generally share any property acquired during the course of your relationship.

As an interim measure in the retention of loose dentures you may try some of the dental adhesives on the market. But most likely you may also be due for a reline or new dentures. Call the office for a free evaluation appointment. Quan Gifford, R.D. Denture Clinic Owner & Operator

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As we head into the colder, wet weather, it is time to think about how we can prepare ourselves to stay safe and well. As part of staying healthy physically and mentally, we need to consider the adverse effects of respiratory diseases that become more prevalent in the winter months. Though last year was relatively free of cases of flu, cold and pneumonia because of the use of masks, social distancing, lockdowns, and in some cases self-isolation, we

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may see a strong comeback of these infections this year. I personally enjoyed not getting sick from a flu or cold. I wondered if some of our new protocols like wav-

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In the October 2021 edition of On Health, an article states: “Experts expect that the flu will make a comeback this winter circulating along with other seasonal respiratory viruses as well as the coronavirus.” In the same edition, medical experts advise: “Consider vaccinations as a first line of defence. Here at home, Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization recommends that everyone six months of age and older should get a yearly influenza vaccination with rare exceptions. This means making sure to get your flu and pneumoSEE

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nia shots as early as possible. And most importantly, if you have not received your COVID-19 vaccination, please get on it. It saves lives. People who get vaccinated for COVID-19 and for flu and pneumonia stand a good chance of avoiding a more serious illness, hospitalization and possibly death. We also avoid spreading these diseases to other more immune-compromised people, pregnant women, and those who don’t or won’t get vaccinated. Most importantly, research has shown that if after being vaccinated you do contract flu, pneumonia,

or COVID-19, your risk of a serious, lengthy illness or hospitalization is reduced. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has not gone away. In British Columbia, most people have been taking the disease seriously and do not want to get sick themselves or spread the disease to someone else. Our double vaccinated population is quite high, more than 78 per cent at last count; but there are still people who will not get the jab. If you are one of those people, remember the benefits outweigh the disadvantages, as I have written above. Do it for yourself, your family, and your neighbours. Also, vaccinations are now the ticket to entry into social

events and venues. When we were expected to limit our social interactions in the last 18 months, we saw people’s physical and mental health become compromised. Though these limits were necessary, it was stressful (and somewhat boring) not getting out to meet with friends or family. Vaccination clinics for flu are starting to pop up in drugstores and in some seniors centres. Your doctor can also vaccinate you for flu and pneumonia. If you want to remain healthy through the fall and winter season, remember you should be receiving more than one kind of jab.

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Public Hearing Notice When: Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 7pm Where: Electronic Meeting (see portmoody.ca/ph for details and instructions) Port Moody Council is holding a Public Hearing to consider the following proposed bylaw:

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reach. For example, the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is looking for a dispatch coordinator, “which can be done from the comfort of your home, she said. Meanwhile, the library’s Ryan Jamieson said he’s searching for candidates for its new community advisory committee. LePage said potential volunteers should be at least 13 years old, show leadership and be approachable. But for residents who can’t get to the Volunteer Job Fair on Oct. 2, they can sign up for the CVC weekly email to find new openings, she said. Visit volunteerconnections.ca.

Fair aims to bolster the CVC’s current base of about 300 helpers to assist with the operations at the library, as well as with the City of Coquitlam, the People’s Pantry Food Recovery Society, the Evergreen Cultural Centre and Place Maillardville Community Centre, among others. LePage said CVC lost many volunteers when the pandemic lockdown hit last March; however, many events were also cancelled. Now, with the provincial health restrictions easing, several groups are calling for volunteers with technology skills or to help remotely with communication out-

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Today marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In observance of this day, the Tri-Cities Chamber office is closed as we reflect upon the history and trauma of residential schools in Canada and honour those who were lost and the survivors, families and communities who continue to grieve. It is also Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous-led commemorative day that opens the door to a global conversation on all aspects of residential schools. Leslie Courchesne CEO Whether your workplace is open or closed today, we encourage you to reflect upon the importance of this day. You can also help support the Orange Shirt Society in continuing to raise awareness by making a direct donation or purchasing an orange shirt from an official retailer. During my first month on the job, I have seen — time and time again — that the Tri-Cities business community is full of caring and dedicated individuals, who are committed to helping each other and our communities thrive, through thick and thin. As the new CEO of the Chamber, I’ve been impressed with how our Board of Directors, Committee Members, and Ambassadors are leaning in to guide and support the organization, rolling up their sleeves to assist on everything from advocacy work to Chamber events and initiatives. Thank you to each and every one of you! Many of our Chamber members are also stepping up to sponsor or take part in Chamber events and programs, and your continued involvement is so appreciated as we continue to strive to offer strong educational and networking opportunities in a safe manner. Every member and volunteer I’ve met, as well as community leaders and our wonderful staff team, have been so welcoming and supportive as I begin my journey with the Chamber. I am also beyond grateful to past CEO Michael Hind, who continues to field my questions and is so generous with his time. I look forward to meeting more of our members virtually or in person, getting to know you and your businesses. We have become a trusted information source for our members throughout the pandemic and will continue to provide clear and timely updates, understand and discuss concerns and challenges with our members, and advocate on your behalf at all levels of government, so your business has the support you need to not just recover, but to thrive.

It has not been a quiet month at the Chamber. We were pleased to hold Candidates Debates on September 7, in advance of the federal election. Thank you for submitting your questions, and to the more than 900 of you that watched the debates live and afterwards online. My sincere congratulations to Ron McKinnon, re-elected in Coquitlam — Port Coquitlam and Bonita Zarillo, elected in Port Moody — Coquitlam. I applaud all candidates on their campaigns, and for their courage to run. As we begin to hold in-person events again, with safety protocols in place — including our recent KICKSTART on September 28 at The Fountainhead Network, and our upcoming Mayors’ BBQ on October 14 at Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club — we encourage you to join us. We are also excited to announce that submissions are now being accepted for the 2021 Business Excellence Awards (BEA). Every year, the Chamber recognizes the businesses, organizations and individuals that demonstrate excellence in business and passion for the community with our BEA. Help us celebrate our community’s excellence by extending a nomination to an exceptional individual or organization, or by completing a self-nomination. This year’s winners will be announced at the BEA celebration on January 29, 2022, and the deadline for nominations is October 8. For details, please visit TriCitiesChamber.com. In addition to in-person events, our popular online events continue as well. I hosted Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart for an online Coffee Talk with our members on September 29, and enjoyed our monthly lunch hour Munch & Mingles, to connect with members. Our Chamber also offers exceptional programs, benefits, and access to various opportunities, including our popular CEO Roundtable and Business Development Program, the World Trade Centre Vancouver’s Trade Accelerator Program, clubs and events with our Tri-Cities Young Professionals Program, and more. Safe to say, there is a lot for a new CEO to wrap her head around, but I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the Chamber team! I have lived in Port Moody for 18 years with my husband, raising our two children here, and I love that I am now working on behalf of the communities so near and dear to my heart. Whether you are a solopreneur or work with a multi-branch corporation, if your organization is not yet a Chamber member, please consider joining us. You can reach me at Leslie@TriCitiesChamber.com.

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Youth water tales A national youth storytelling project that describes our connection with water is now on show in Port Moody. The inaugural Young Water Speaks was an initiative launched last year by the Canadian non-profit group Waterlution that saw more than 2,500 students take part in storytelling workshops with a diverse set of leaders. Their stories — told through words, videos and song — were entered into a contest of which 10 were picked to be part of the travelling display this year. Port Moody is the seventh stop on its nine-date tour; it will head to Whitehorse next before concluding in Hamilton. Speaking from Oakville, Ont., where the organization is based, artistic director Christopher McLeod told the Tri-City News that the 10 winning entries, as well as the artwork, are having an impact on audiences from coast to coast. In fact, he said, the pieces are sparking dialogue for viewers who may not have

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realized how dependent we are on water. “It’s having a lasting impression on people to feel more connected to our water bodies and watersheds,” McLeod said. “We want to build on the idea that we’re all in a constant relationship with our water. It’s not a resource. When we think about it — and from an Indigenous side — water is life. It gives us life every day.” By offering narratives through textiles, the art installation gives a deeper understanding of the youth’s point of view, too, often through a different cultural or historical lens, he said. Young Water Speaks is up until Oct. 28 in PoMoArts (2425 St. Johns St.). On Thursday, Oct. 7, a Waterlution youth ambassador will talk about the exhibit, in an online presentation via Facebook Live. The event, which is free to the public, starts at 7:15 p.m. Visit pomoarts.ca. Left: “Bangii Ozhaawashko Zaangwewe-Magooday, by Annika Finlayson with art by Jay Havens. POMOARTS

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The last in-person show that Cameron Wilson played before the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown went into effect last spring was at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre. A tour with the Junonominated Marc Atkinson Trio was due to follow; however, those plans got thrown out when the provincial emergency health order was declared. Since then, the violinist has managed to pick up some gigs — on- and offline — as a solo artist and with his group, Van Django, which, on Oct. 2, will perform two hour-long concerts at the City Centre venue, at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. “It’s been a surreal time but now it’s nice to get back to playing before people,” Wilson told the Tri-City News last week. “It’s therapeutic for the audience and it’s therapeutic for us. We hope it’s the start of more shows.” This year, they picked up

Van Django is Cameron Wilson (violin); Budge Schachte (guitar); Finn Manniche (guitar and cello); and Brent Gubbels (bass). The musicians will perform two one-hour shows at the Evergreen Cultural Centre on Oct. 2 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. GUY PATERSON

dates for socially distanced events at the PNE, Frankie’s Jazz Club in Vancouver and the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts in Burnaby. In March, they also taped a concert with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO), featuring seven of its compositions. (Last weekend, Wilson also performed with the VSO for its Back To The Future series, playing Alan Silverstri’s score.) And, in November, Van Django will head to Maple Ridge to perform with singer LJ Mounteney at The Act Arts Centre; it also has gigs lined up with the Kamloops Symphony.

“With capacity at 50 per cent now, it’s not great but that’s still better than before. We can see things are slowing getting back to normal in the province.” As for its Evergreen concerts this weekend, Wilson said the Hot Club of France-inspired band will likely showcase tunes from its most recent album, Hotel Europe, as well as Django Reinhardt songs and arranged mash ups. The Van Django shows on Oct. 2 are part of the Evergreen’s $25 for 25 series, in recognition of the venue’s anniversary. For tickets, call 604-927-6555 or visit evergreenculturalcentre.ca.

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released books and conducted workshops. She also consults with business owners on diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace. Tedford said communication has changed since social media platforms became popular and, during the COVID-19 pandemic, they became a lifeline for many users as they sought information about mental health, for example. During the lockdown, Tedford said, people reached out on digital channels to share their collective trauma. “A lot

more vulnerable content came up where people were sharing their truths,” she said. “In some respects, it normalized conversations about loneliness, and inequities were highlighted.” Her workshop with the Tri-City Wordsmiths will be geared to “anyone who is wanting to make a different with their writing and to get their story out there,” she said. “Personal essays can be amazing vehicles of change because they create empathy. We want to hear others’ stories, and support them in their journey. Not everyone can do a protest or get

out to do volunteer work. There may be childcare, transportation or disability challenges with that. But you can write. And at your own convenience.” To register for her free online workshop on Oct. 2, from 2 to 4:30 p.m., email tri.city.wordsmith@ gmail.com. Meanwhile, the group’s next Writers in Our Midst presentation is set for Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. The 19th edition of the reading series of fiction, poetry and performance will have a Halloween theme, and will be via the Port Moody Public Library’s Facebook page.

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health restrictions in March, 2020, then again Dec. 3 after a brief flirtation with a semblance of a season that required players arrive at the rink dressed in their equipment and forbade dallying in the dressing room after a game for kibitzing and “beverages.”

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When players in the TriCities Old-timers Hockey League stepped back onto the ice at Coquitlam’s Planet Ice on Monday, it was the first time many have laced on their skates in more than eight months. There was also more of them. A $25,000 Horizons Canada grant is allowing the league to increase its capacity from 140 to 200 players aged 60 and over and operate games at multiple rinks at Coquitlam’s Planet Ice five days a week. It’s a positive turn in a year in which so many athletes have been robbed of their competitive and recreational pursuits by the COVID-19 pandemic, said league veteran Chuck Provost. And with Father Time marching inexorably

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forward for the senior skaters, the urgency to get back

at it is amplified. Not that everyone’s been

idle since the league was first shut down by public

Darrell Deck, 68, said he used his time away from the rink to get a lot of chores done around the house. Gary Ballance, 63, said the downtime proved fortuitous as it allowed him more months to recuperate from a heart attack. Others stayed in shape by working out in improvised home gyms or walking a lot. A few industrious players found ice time at outlying arenas like Excellent Ice in Surrey for socially distanced skating sessions or games of stick-and-puck. But, Provost said, nothing could make up for the camaraderie and friendships forged in the dressing room. “The mental health aspect was the big thing,” he

said. “You can get out and have fun.” “It keeps you young,” said 73-year-old Don Knudsen, whose sense of loss was compounded because the pandemic also cost him the routine of organizing the various age divisions and building the schedule. “It’s lost time. It was tough for everybody.” While some players kept in touch through email updates, most didn’t get reacquainted until the league’s opening face-off. It’s a moment they’d been relishing to a man.

BEING A KID AGAIN “I’ve got to make sure my skate guards are off,” said Ballance. “You revert back to being 10 years old,” said Provost. “It’s hard to wipe the smile off your face,” said Deck. To get more information about the TCOHL, or to enquire about joining, contact Chuck Provost at chuckprovost@telus.net. All players must be double-vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Coquitlam Express looking to clean up — on and off the ice Team is celebrating its 20th anniversary this season The Coquitlam Express isn’t just hoping to clean up on the ice this season. Its players are going to help clean up their community.

Monday, the BC Hockey League team announced its new Working Together initiative that will dispatch players to help with clean-up projects in local parks and beaches in the Tri-Cities, as well as in Burnaby and New Westminster.

It’s all part of the team’s effort to give back for the support it’s received from fans, as well as local businesses, said Express general manager Tali Campbell in a press release. “This initiative is going to get our players into the community helping to

clean up parks, beaches and other community areas so we can continue to take pride in where we play.” The program kicks off in October and will continue through the hockey season. Campbell said the team will work with local businesses that are supplying

materials to help with the clean-ups. After a season of navigating public health restrictions that prevented fans from attending games and limited players to a foreshortened exhibition season —followed several months later by a 20-game

campaign, where teams played regional rivals in five pods around the province — the Express has bolstered its community outreach as it begins celebrating its 20th anniversary season. The team opens its regular season Oct. 8.

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Centennial Centaurs running back Milan Ljutic tries to escape the clutches of an Abbotsford Panthers tackler in the first quarter of their BC Secondary Schools Football Association junior varisty game, last Wednesday at the Centennial Oval. Ljutic scored four touchdowns to lead the Centaurs to a 40-8 win in the team’s first regular season conference game. Last Friday, Centennial’s senior team also opened its regular season with a 49-8 win over Abbotsford. Meanwhile, the senior Terry Fox Ravens defeated Lord Tweedsmuuir 30-6 in Surrey on Friday and the junior team lost to G.W. Graham, 26-16, in an exhibition game last Thursday. The varsity Ravens will be in Kelowna to play the Owls on Friday, and Centennial visits G.W. Graham. MARIO BARTEL/THE TRI-CITY NEWS

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Donna was also involved in Port Coquitlam Ringette from its inception. Her love of the game came from being able to coach her daughter. Donna was one of the first coaches of ringette in Poco and, along with her good friends Bev Felske and Leona Charnley, won silver at the 1982 Nationals, in Sudbury, Ontario.

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Donna enjoyed spending time with her family and her loving puppy Snoopy, as well as Wednesday Bingo and lunches at Wilson Center with her friends Eva, Karen and Joyce and her Casino and Lunch dates with longtime friend Pat Goff. We are all saddened by her passing, but are grateful that she will be able to see her Walter again. May they both find peace, together and forever.

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Donna worked as a Psychiatric Aide at Riverview Hospital but her true passion was being involved in whatever her kids wanted to do. Donna, along with Walter, were heavily involved in Poco Minor Baseball, both being inducted into the BC Minor Hall of Fame - Donna in 1997 and Walter in 1994. On June 24th, 2006, the City of Port Coquitlam honoured both of them by naming the newly constructed Bantam field, The Bird Field, for all of the tireless hours they contributed in growing the game of baseball in Poco. Donna would help out wherever asked, whether it was scorekeeping, concession, scheduling, coordinating, or any of the other dozens of jobs that needed to be done. She was always willing to lend a hand. She also held many positions on the Poco Baseball executive. When she wasn’t working at the field, she loved watching her boys play. Even after they all stopped playing, she would still be down at the Bird Field or Thompson Park, to watch them coach.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that a contribution be made to Port Coquitlam Minor Baseball c/o The Walter and Donna Bird Fund, P.O. Box 271, Port Coquitlam, BC. V3C 3V1, to help alleviate the cost of registration for those who otherwise could not afford it.

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lb.

OKANAGAN HUNGARIAN PEPPERS

Product of U.S.A. $2.18/kg

lb.

LOCAL MIXED SQUASHES

Product of B.C. 10 lb. bag

69¢

$ 49

lb.

$ 49

lb.

GROCERY AA-1

STIK-O

SAN REMO 500g

Regular/Spicy / 155g

Chocolate/Strawberry / 280g

SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE

WAFERS

GNOCCI

680ml

1.816kg

$ 99

DAN-D-PAK

CAMPBELL’S SIMPLY

SANTA CRUZ

EAT WHOLESOME ORGANIC

CHICKEN BROTH – NO SALT ADDED

400ml

$ 49

MEAT & SEAFOOD NO HORMONES FED / BC LOCAL / FAMILY PACK SAVINGS

BONE-IN PORK CHOPS $8.36/kg

PORK BELLY

lb.

FREE RUN / BC LOCAL

WHOLE ROASTING CHICKEN $7.25/kg

SUNDRIED TOMATO HAVARTI CHEESE

$ 89

/100g

$ 99

ea.

CUT FROM 100% CANADIAN AAA ANGUS BEEF / FAMILY PACK SAVINGS

WILD BLACK COD STEAKS

Sliced / 750g

1569

lb.

MULTIGRAIN BREAD 750g

WHITE/FRIED FISH BALLS

$ 99

CASTELLO

$ 19

/ea

604.937.2168

VALID THUR., SEPT. 30 – SUN., OCT. 3, 2021 • WHILE QUANTITIES LAST.

Specials are only for Austin Store location

HOURS: SUN 8:30AM-7:00 PM • MON-SAT 8:30AM-8:00PM • HOLIDAYS 9:00AM- 6:00PM

ea.

DELI

$ 69

2168 AUSTIN AVE., COQUITLAM

$ 99

ea.

LYONER SAUSAGE

TRADITIONAL BLUE WEDGES 125g

ea.

GESUNDHEIT

Frozen / 250g

lb.

MEDIUM RYE BREAD

CAPTAIN’S CHOICE

Frozen / $19.82/kg

GESUNDHEIT

$ 99

lb.

ea.

BAKERY

$34.59/kg

$ 99

lb.

$ 49

$ 29

STRIPLOIN STEAK

$12.10/kg

$ 79

FREE RUN / BC LOCAL

EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

$ 29

ea.

SAN REMO

500g

$ 99

ea.

2 for

ea.

KETCHUP

946ml

$ 69

ea.

RASPBERRY LEMONADE

946ml

HENAN ROLLING NOODLES

STRAINED TOMATOES

$ 59

COCONUT CREAM

LUCKY PEARL

$ 99

ea.

EAT WHOLESOME ORGANIC

79¢

ea.

lb.

LOCAL RUSSET POTATOES

Acorn/Butternut/Kabocha/Spaghetti Product of B.C. $1.52/kg

Product of B.C. $3.28/kg

BARTLETT PEARS

Product of U.S.A. $4.38/kg

LFM LANGLEY FARM MARKET

For fresh and quality foods

/100g

FREYBE

SLICED HICKORYSMOKED TURKEY 175g

$ 89 /ea

FREYBE

SLICED CANADIAN BACK BACON 175g

$ 89

GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE IN STORE

For freshness & quality you can count on!

/ea

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